What do you get under Shubh Vivah ₹51,000?
₹51,000 at the marriage of an eligible daughter or woman above 21 from a BPL family. It merges the Mukhya Mantri Kanyadan and Shagun schemes.
Shubh Vivah ₹51,000: latest updates
- Budget 2026-27 announced Shubh Vivah Yojana: ₹51,000 for the marriage of eligible daughters above 21, replacing Kanyadan and Shagun. official source
Who is eligible for Shubh Vivah ₹51,000?
- Daughters or women above 21 from BPL families, and those eligible under Mukhya Mantri Kanyadan (daughters of widows, destitute women or families with very low income).
- Not getting marriage help from any other government scheme.
Also check:
- Your family is on the BPL list, or you qualify under Kanyadan (for example a widow’s daughter).
Documents needed for Shubh Vivah ₹51,000
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Shubh Vivah ₹51,000
- Apply on the Women and Child Development Department’s online scheme portal (wcd.hp.gov.in, Schemes) or at the CDPO office before or soon after the marriage.
- Until the department shows Shubh Vivah on the portal, apply under Mukhya Mantri Shagun or Kanyadan Yojana.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Shubh Vivah ₹51,000?
Daughters or women above 21 from BPL families, and those eligible under Mukhya Mantri Kanyadan (daughters of widows, destitute women or families with very low income). Not getting marriage help from any other government scheme.
How much do I get under Shubh Vivah ₹51,000?
₹51,000 at the marriage of an eligible daughter or woman above 21 from a BPL family. It merges the Mukhya Mantri Kanyadan and Shagun schemes.
What documents do I need for Shubh Vivah ₹51,000?
Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Income certificate; Marriage certificate or self-declaration; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number).
How do I apply for Shubh Vivah ₹51,000?
Apply on the Women and Child Development Department’s online scheme portal (wcd.hp.gov.in, Schemes) or at the CDPO office before or soon after the marriage. Until the department shows Shubh Vivah on the portal, apply under Mukhya Mantri Shagun or Kanyadan Yojana. Official site: https://wcd.hp.gov.in/schemes
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Shubh Vivah ₹51,000?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
What is Shubh Vivah Yojana in Himachal?
A new marriage grant announced in the 2026-27 budget that merges Mukhya Mantri Kanyadan and Shagun Yojana. It gives ₹51,000 at the marriage of eligible daughters above 21 from BPL families.
Can I still apply under Shagun or Kanyadan?
Yes, until the department starts Shubh Vivah on its portal. Ask the CDPO office which scheme to apply under.
Official sources
- Himachal Pradesh Budget Speech 2026-27 (merger of Kanyadan and Shagun into Shubh Vivah Yojana)
- Women and Child Development Department, Govt of Himachal Pradesh: Kanyadan and Shagun schemes
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.